Just across the Channel, Le Verger is a lovingly restored old house, wonderfully Gallic in atmosphere yet incredibly easy to get to. It is located in the Seven Valleys region of the Nord Pas de Calais, an hour from the ferry port and 40 minutes inland from the chic shops of Le Touquet.
Bars
- The local bar (Wambercourt - walkable) – good selection of beers and spirits, pool table, most generous pinball machine ever, un plat food night one Saturday a month
- Aux 2 Agaches (Cavron) – a wonderfully characterful estaminet run by Bruno and Sylvia. They serve speciality regional beers and ciders and the room in filled with hand-carved wooden games, based on medieval designs
- Sports Bar (Le Touquet) – a good spot to watch international sporting events (Premiership football) and have a drink